Mathematics and Statistics Outreach Team Leader

Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Faculty: Science
Department/School: School of Mathematics and Statistics
Salary: UOM 8 - $125,191 - $135,404 p.a. plus 17% super

• Strategic leadership role shaping maths and statistics engagement / build impactful programmes with national reach / collaborate with schools, industry, government and community
• Apply now to lead a high-profile maths outreach portfolio that inspires diverse learners and strengthens community connections.
• Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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This role leads a dynamic outreach portfolio for the School of Mathematics and Statistics. You will design, deliver, coordinate and develop a targeted suite of programs, resources and events that promote mathematics and statistics and build meaningful, sustainable relationships between the School and primary and secondary school students and teachers, philanthropic and other external organisations, and the wider community. What you will deliver:

• Lead, coordinate and continuously improve the School’s mathematics and statistics outreach strategy, programmes, events and resources.
• Manage, mentor and support Outreach Officers and contributors, fostering a collaborative, inclusive and high-performing outreach team.
• Develop and deliver large-scale national and international initiatives for primary and secondary students, especially underrepresented demographic groups.
• Collaborate with academics and partners to create programmes showcasing research strengths and supporting teachers, schools and communities.
• Oversee administration, budgeting, communications, data and evaluation to ensure sustainable, well-governed and evidence-informed outreach activities.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Hold a postgraduate qualification in mathematics, statistics or education, or bring equivalent relevant expertise and experience.
• Demonstrate a strong record in science communication and delivering engaging outreach sessions in varied formats and settings.
• Design and implement innovative learning experiences that explain complex mathematical and statistical ideas for diverse audiences.
• Lead and mentor teams to deliver concurrent projects, balancing competing priorities with strategic planning and sound judgement.
• Build and sustain productive relationships with schools, teachers, students, professional bodies, community partners and university stakeholders.
• Apply skills in programme administration, evaluation, curriculum knowledge or fundraising to strengthen and grow outreach impact.

For further information please refer to the attached PD. What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page! Your new team – “School of Mathematics and Statistics”
The University of Melbourne's School of Mathematics and Statistics is one of Australia's leading mathematics and statistics schools. It has achieved this status through the high quality of its research and teaching programs. The School offers a wide range of subjects to undergraduate and postgraduate students and is involved in aspects of community life that impact on the interests of the School and the discipline. The School of Mathematics and Statistics has a total of 90 continuing teaching and/or research staff; 37 research only staff and consultants; 19 academic specialists and 16 support staff. In 2023, there were 143 Research Higher Degree and 189 Coursework Master of Science students. The School has had 10 staff members inducted as Fellows of the Academy of Science. Application essentials:

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• You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
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• Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.
• Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description.

Want to know more?

• For queries related to this specific position, contact the Howard Bondell (Please refer to PD contact details)
• For questions related to our recruitment process email Lachie Bryce at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au
• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future. Applications close: Monday, 8th June 2026 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. Position Description: JR-012567 Mathematics and Statistics Outreach Team Leader_PD.docx JR-012567 Mathematics and Statistics Outreach Team Leader_PD.pdf